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Special Event
Event
The Battle of St. Louis 1780
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Fee:
Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 38.623241, -90.185904
Will meet at the south pond, near the south leg of the Gateway Arch.
Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, May 25, 2024
Time:
10:00 AM
Duration:
6 hours
Type of Event
Exhibition/Show
Living History
Performance
Description
National Park Service staff and Living History volunteers in 18th century clothing will share the history of the British/Indian attack on St. Louis on 26 May 1780. This battle took place on the present-day Gateway Arch grounds.
The event will include cannon and rifle detonation, as well as periodic ranger talks explaining the significance of the battle. All visitors are invited to attend.
Reservation or Registration: No
No reservations or registration required for visitors. If you would like to officially volunteer at this event, contact Doug Harding (douglas_harding@nps.gov).
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